2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 605 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS. 2012 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. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | CTS | Durango |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 93 L |
