2009 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (542 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (550 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS-V | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS-V | Ranger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 542 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |