2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 594 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2002 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2002 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | F-150 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |