1995 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 440 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Ranger | CTS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1868 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
