2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen 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 746 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 1300 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. 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 881 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-350. (475 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | V Sixteen | E-350 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 13600 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 1001 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 1356 Nm | 475 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3510 mm |