2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 245 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo. 2009 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DTS | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
