2010 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V

To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 654 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Chevrolet Colorado 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
Make Chevrolet Cadillac
Model Colorado CTS-V
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2901 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 185 HP 556 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 746 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1915 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4859 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1842 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1455 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 68 L


 

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