2010 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, both 2010 Volkswagen Citi and 2010 Cadillac CTS-V were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 392 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS-V.
Because 2010 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 2010 Cadillac CTS-V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi, 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 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 622 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Citi | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Volkswagen | Cadillac |
Model | Citi | CTS-V |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1423 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |