2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1483 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Excursion | CTS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 68 L |