2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2010 Cadillac CTS and 2010 Kia Magentis were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 136 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 278 kg more than 2010 Kia Magentis. 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 Kia Magentis, 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Magentis. 2010 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Magentis has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Magentis 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 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | CTS | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
