2011 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2011 Lexus CT
To start off, both 2011 Cadillac CTS-V and 2011 Lexus CT were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 2011 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 495 kg more than 2011 Lexus CT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Cadillac CTS-V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus CT, 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Cadillac CTS-V | 2011 Lexus CT | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | CTS-V | CT |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 556 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 746 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4859 mm | 4321 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |