2011 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, both 2011 Renault Clio and 2011 Cadillac CTS were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Clio weights approximately 62 kg more than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2011 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 2011 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Clio, 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 (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio. 2011 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Renault Clio | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Renault | Cadillac |
Model | Clio | CTS |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |