2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (353 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 123 kg more than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8.
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, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (536 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Hemi Super 8 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2880 mm |
