2012 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2013 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Cadillac CTS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Cadillac CTS-V 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 436 more horse power than 2013 Honda CR-Z. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 719 kg more than 2013 Honda CR-Z. 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, 2013 Honda CR-Z, 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 572 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-Z. (174 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | 2013 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | CTS-V | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 556 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4788 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2435 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
