2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 592 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (610 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | F-150 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
