2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i20 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Because 2010 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i20, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20. 2009 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | CTS | i20 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |