2009 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Ford Mustang. (414 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Mustang.
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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Mustang. (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Mustang. 2009 Cadillac STS-V has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS-V | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS-V | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
