2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 537 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | E-250 | CTS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |