2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac STS and 2008 Ford E-150 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac STS | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | STS | E-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 595 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 132 L |