2008 Ford E-150 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 674 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 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-150 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | E-150 | CTS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.7 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |