2011 Cadillac STS vs. 2010 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai i10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai i10 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac STS weights approximately 802 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac STS 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 STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i10, 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 STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac STS | 2010 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | STS | i10 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1802 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4996 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2957 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |
