2003 Ford F-250 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 F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 457 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2003 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford F-250 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | F-250 | CTS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 68 L |