2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 855 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Explorer | CTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.7 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |