2012 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai ix35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai ix35 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 321 kg more than 2011 Hyundai ix35. 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35, 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Cadillac CTS | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | CTS | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
