2007 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2012 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 2012 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestyle, 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Freestyle | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Freestyle | CTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
