2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford TE-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford TE-50 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Ford TE-50. (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford TE-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 136 kg more than 2001 Ford TE-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS. 2010 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford TE-50 has manual transmission. 2001 Ford TE-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | TE-50 | STS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
