2014 Acura RLX vs. 2014 Cadillac CTS
When comparing the 2014 Acura RLX's and the 2014 Cadillac CTS's specifications and ratings, the 2014 Acura RLX has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2014 Cadillac CTS has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and reliability. Based on this comparison of the 2014 Acura RLX's and the 2014 Cadillac CTS's specifications and ratings, the 2014 Acura RLX is a better car than the 2014 Cadillac CTS.
2014 Acura RLX vs. 2014 Cadillac CTS Pricing
A used 2014 Acura RLX ranges from $11,568 to $22,526 while a used 2014 Cadillac CTS is priced between $10,900 to $22,998.
2014 Acura RLX vs. 2014 Cadillac CTS Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2014 Acura RLX loses 57.4 percent of its value and the 2014 Cadillac CTS loses 58.2 percent of its value. This means the 2014 Acura RLX retains 0.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2014 Cadillac CTS.
2014 Acura RLX vs. 2014 Cadillac CTS Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura RLX is 8.2 out of 10 while the Cadillac CTS's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Acura RLX being ranked 3 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Cadillac CTS being ranked 8 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
2014 Acura RLX vs. 2014 Cadillac CTS Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura RLX is 7.8 out of 10. For the Cadillac CTS the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the Cadillac CTS a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Acura RLX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2014 Acura RLX’s base engine makes 310 horsepower, and the 2014 Cadillac CTS base engine makes 272 horsepower. The RLX is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 574 miles. The CTS is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 570 miles. This gives the 2014 Acura RLX the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2014 Cadillac CTS. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2014 Acura RLX, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2014 Cadillac CTS, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2014 Acura RLX and the 2014 Cadillac CTS have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11568 - 22526
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.573883
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
10900 - 22998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.581772
Acura RLX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Cadillac CTS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.19206 / 10
Reliability:
7.976181 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura RLX Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
4 out of / 24Ranking
8 out of / 24Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
17 out of / 24Ranking
23 out of / 24Cadillac CTS Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2014 Acura RLX Trim Levels
Base, w/Advance, w/Krell Audio, w/Navi, w/Tech
2014 Cadillac CTS Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
272 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.079 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
272 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.075 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 31 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 574 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 30 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
380 / 570 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Cargo Space:
15.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Cargo Space:
13.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3933 lbs
Width:
74.4 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
196.1 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3616 lbs
Width:
80.8 inches
Height:
57.2 inches
Length:
195.5 inches
Wheelbase:
114.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R17