2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS-V would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (325 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | CTS-V | Ram |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5881 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 129 L |
