2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2010 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-150. (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 852 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | F-150 | DTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
