2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 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 95 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-250. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1253 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-250. (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | F-250 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2029 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 115 L |