2010 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1093 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Panda | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | Panda | CTS |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |
