2012 Nissan NV vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Nissan NV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Nissan NV would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 820 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan NV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan NV | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | NV | CTS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6111 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2131 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3711 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 68 L |
