2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 3 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, both vehicles can yield 270 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 231 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Genesis.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | CTS | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1865 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
