2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1403 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac STS | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | STS | Excursion |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 3215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 167 L |