2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 52 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 2013 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Freestar | CTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
