2009 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac STS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac STS-V would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-350. (385 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-350.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-350. (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS-V | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | STS-V | F-350 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 595 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 132 L |