2012 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2012 Cadillac CTS and 2012 Peugeot 207 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP) has 244 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 207. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 704 kg more than 2012 Peugeot 207. 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, 2012 Peugeot 207, 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 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 207. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 207. 2012 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Cadillac CTS | 2012 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | CTS | 207 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
