1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 146 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Explorer | CTS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
