1999 Ford F-150 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 F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 494 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
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 F-150 (597 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford F-150 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | F-150 | CTS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 302 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |