2010 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Taurus 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 293 more horse power than 2010 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 94 kg more than 2010 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac CTS-V 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 2011 Cadillac CTS-V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus, 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Taurus. 2010 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2011 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Ford Taurus | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Taurus | CTS-V |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 337 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |