2004 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 371 kg more than 2011 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 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Durango | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
Model | Durango | CTS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 302 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2119 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |