2012 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2012 Cadillac CTS and 2012 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP) has 170 more horse power than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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. 2012 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Cadillac CTS | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 148 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4788 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
