2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Falcon weights approximately 84 kg more than 2003 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS. 2010 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2003 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2003 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
