2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 73 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
