2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2008 Cadillac DTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 669 kg more than 2008 Cadillac DTS.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-250. (388 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac DTS | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | DTS | E-250 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |