2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 52 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS.

Because 2012 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 2012 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor, 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor (345 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor has automatic transmission and 2012 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2012 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor 2012 Cadillac CTS
Make Mitsubishi Cadillac
Model Endeavor CTS
Year Released 2011 2012
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 345 Nm 302 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 5700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1800 kg 1748 kg
Vehicle Length 4846 mm 4788 mm
Vehicle Width 1869 mm 1842 mm
Vehicle Height 1768 mm 1422 mm
Wheelbase Size 2751 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 81 L 68 L


 

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