2011 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Cadillac CTS 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 2003 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Mondeo | CTS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
