2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 184 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2010 Cadillac CTS 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 2010 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar, 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 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 2003 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Freestar | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Freestar | CTS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2880 mm |