2007 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-150. (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-150.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-150 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | F-150 | CTS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6310 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4150 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 68 L |