2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 1999 Ford F-150

To start off, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is newer by 4 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 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 873 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 972 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150. 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 963 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (393 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1999 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Cadillac V Sixteen 1999 Ford F-150
Make Cadillac Ford
Model V Sixteen F-150
Year Released 2003 1999
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 13600 cc 4604 cc
Engine Cylinders 16 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 1001 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 1356 Nm 393 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Weight 2270 kg 1298 kg
Vehicle Length 5680 mm 5740 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 3560 mm 3520 mm


 

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