2012 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen GTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen GTD 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 102 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen GTD. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen GTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 339 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen GTD. 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 Volkswagen GTD, 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, 2011 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Cadillac CTS | 2011 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | CTS | GTD |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
