2010 Tata Indica vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Tata Indica would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 910 kg more than 2010 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Cadillac CTS-V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica, 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Tata Indica | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Tata | Cadillac |
| Model | Indica | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 68 L |
