2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 702 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. 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, 2012 Fiat 500, 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2010 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat 500 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 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | CTS | 500 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1757 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
