1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 322 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Ram | CTS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2880 mm |
