2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 2003 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen and 2003 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 893 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2003 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 1187 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (169 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Focus 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.
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2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 2003 Ford Focus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | V Sixteen | Focus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 13600 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 1001 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 1356 Nm | 169 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2650 mm |