2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 16 kg more than 2003 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (346 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2003 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2003 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | CTS | Durango |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 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 | 1675 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 102 L |
