2008 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 876 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition. 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 Expedition. 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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Expedition | CTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 68 L |
