2012 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2011 GMC Sierra. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 396 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS-V.
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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Sierra. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Sierra. 2011 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2012 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | CTS-V | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 556 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4859 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
