2011 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. Both 2011 Cadillac CTS-V and 2010 Chevrolet Camaro are equipped with a 6,200 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. (426 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 164 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Cadillac CTS-V | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | CTS-V | Camaro |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 556 HP | 426 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 746 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4859 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |