2011 Ford Ranger vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Ranger | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Ranger | CTS |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5171 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3193 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |