1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 122 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Explorer | CTS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
