2005 Ford Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 193 kg more than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Thunderbird | CTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3932 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.7 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
