2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1389 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Excursion | CTS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 68 L |