2005 Ford Focus 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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 655 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (171 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Focus 2013 Cadillac CTS
Make Ford Cadillac
Model Focus CTS
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 136 HP 314 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 171 Nm 373 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 1953 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4877 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1842 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1473 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.7 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.1 L/100km 13 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 68 L


 

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