2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz 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. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 709 kg more than 2011 Honda Jazz. 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, 2011 Honda Jazz, 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac CTS | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | CTS | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
