2005 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-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 331 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 468 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS-V.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-150. (373 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | E-150 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
