2011 Ford F-150 vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford F-150 | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | F-150 | CTS |
Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3173 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2530 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 68 L |