2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 656 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 488 kg more than 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 847 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | V Sixteen | Ram |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 13600 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 1001 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 1356 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3580 mm |
