1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 14 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (302 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 503 kg more than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Econoline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (569 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Econoline | XTS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2415 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2837 mm |
