2011 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2011 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 124 kg more than 2011 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal, 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 (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Buick Regal | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Regal | CTS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4831 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2738 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
