2012 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, both 2012 Cadillac CTS and 2012 Chevrolet Sonic were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 132 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic, 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Cadillac CTS | 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | CTS | Sonic |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4859 mm | 4039 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 46 L |