2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Durango. (360 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 583 kg more than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V.
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, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Durango. (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Durango. 2011 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2003 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | CTS-V | Durango |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 93 L |
