2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 301 more horse power than 2010 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 761 kg more than 2010 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
