2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |