2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKX 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKX (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 164 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 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 Lincoln MKX, 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, 2012 Lincoln MKX (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Cadillac CTS | 2012 Lincoln MKX | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | CTS | MKX |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1757 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4742 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |