2012 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (198 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 481 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Cadillac CTS 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic, 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 (302 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | CTS | Civic |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 198 HP |
Torque | 302 Nm | 193 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1267 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1445 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |