2012 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Cadillac CTS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Cadillac CTS-V would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2011 Cadillac CTS-V 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 2011 Cadillac CTS-V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra, 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 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Elantra | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Hyundai | Cadillac |
| Model | Elantra | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4529 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
