1996 Ford Ranger vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 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 196 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 558 kg more than 1996 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 1996 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ranger | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Ranger | CTS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
