2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 9 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 472 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS-V.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac CTS-V. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Ram | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 1994 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
