2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 608 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Ram | CTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.3 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1442 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 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
