2010 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Cadillac CTS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Cadillac CTS-V would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2012 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac CTS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. 2012 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | CTS-V | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 556 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
