2012 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 159 kg more than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 2013 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2012 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2012 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1589 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 56 L |