2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1460 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 2004 Ford Excursion 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. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Excursion | CTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 68 L |
