2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac DTS and 2006 Ford F-250 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1098 kg more than 2006 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac DTS. 2006 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac DTS | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | DTS | F-250 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4198 cc |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 144 L |