2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (298 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Ranger |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 209 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 74 L |