2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1643 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Excursion |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 167 L |