2010 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 132 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2010 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Lexus LS | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Lexus | Cadillac |
Model | LS | CTS |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 497 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1833 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5179 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3091 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 68 L |