2003 Ford Econovan vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 620 kg more than 2003 Ford Econovan. 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Econovan | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Econovan | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2880 mm |
