2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Durango. (360 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 583 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Durango. (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | CTS | Durango |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
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 |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 93 L |