2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (200 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |