2010 Nissan Xterra vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 136 kg more than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS. 2011 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Xterra | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Xterra | CTS |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4539 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1902 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
