2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 818 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2011 Ford E-250 (387 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm). This means 2011 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | E-250 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 387 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2154 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 125 L |