2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Fiat Siena

To start off, 2011 Fiat Siena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 686 kg more than 2011 Fiat Siena.

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, 2011 Fiat Siena, 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Siena.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Cadillac CTS 2011 Fiat Siena
Make Cadillac Fiat
Model CTS Siena
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 1242 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 270 HP 0 HP
Torque 302 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 5700 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1756 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 4867 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1842 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1504 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 54 L


 

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