2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 398 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Cadillac CTS 2013 Volkswagen Golf
Make Cadillac Volkswagen
Model CTS Golf
Year Released 2010 2013
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
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 138 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 302 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 5700 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1756 kg 1358 kg
Vehicle Length 4867 mm 4201 mm
Vehicle Width 1842 mm 1786 mm
Vehicle Height 1504 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 55 L


 

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