2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 146 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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. 2011 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Cadillac CTS | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
Model | CTS | Rexton |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |