2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ikon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ikon would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 734 kg more than 2005 Ford Ikon. 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, 2005 Ford Ikon, 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 (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Ikon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1060 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
