2005 Cadillac Seville 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 Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Seville 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 Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville 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 553 kg more than 2005 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2011 Ford E-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-250. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | E-250 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2154 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 125 L |