2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, both 2010 Cadillac CTS and 2010 Alfa Romeo GT were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 362 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT, 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 (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. 2010 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2010 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | CTS | GT |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1757 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
