2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2004 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 339 kg more than 2004 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econovan. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 2004 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS | Econovan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2210 mm |
