2012 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (253 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 42 kg more than 2007 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS. 2007 Cadillac CTS 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. 2007 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | CTS | CTS |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |