1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 264 kg more than 2006 Ford E-150.
Because 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150, 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, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Fleetwood | E-150 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3510 mm |