2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | E-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4600 cc |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 125 L |