2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Falcon weights approximately 69 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
