2010 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 119 kg more than 2010 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac CTS 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS. 2010 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2011 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2011 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Avalon | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
Model | Avalon | CTS |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5700 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 | 1637 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5019 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2819 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |