2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Fiat Albea

To start off, 2012 Fiat Albea 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 605 kg more than 2012 Fiat Albea. 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 Albea, 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Albea. 2010 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Albea 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 Albea
Make Cadillac Fiat
Model CTS Albea
Year Released 2010 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 1368 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 270 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 302 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 5700 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
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 1151 kg
Vehicle Length 4867 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1842 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1504 mm 1500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 51 L


 

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