2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 1996 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Cadillac DTS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 243 kg more than 1996 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Ranger 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 1996 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS, 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 DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac DTS | 1996 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DTS | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
