2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 710 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Ram | CTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
