2012 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2012 Cadillac CTS-V and 2012 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 423 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 700 kg more than 2012 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Cadillac CTS-V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Megane, 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane. 2012 Renault Megane 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. 2012 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | CTS-V | Megane |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 556 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
