2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac STS and 2006 Ford E-350 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350.
Because 2006 Cadillac STS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac STS | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | STS | E-350 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 132 L |