2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. Both 2012 Porsche Cayenne and 2013 Cadillac CTS are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 127 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
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 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Porsche Cayenne | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
Model | Cayenne | CTS |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1868 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4846 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1939 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2896 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |