2010 Cadillac STS vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 2 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac STS. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Cadillac STS | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | STS | GT-R |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 607 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4996 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2957 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |