2011 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Buick Regal. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 113 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 2013 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 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Regal. (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Regal | CTS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4831 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2738 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
