2010 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 588 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac STS 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 STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i30, 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 STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac STS | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | STS | i30 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1802 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4996 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2957 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |
