2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2002 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2002 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 2002 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3490 mm |
