1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 637 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Econoline | CTS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2880 mm |
