2012 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 344 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 2012 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | CTS | Jetta |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4788 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |