2005 Cadillac DTS vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DTS (287 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac DTS. (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DTS | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | DTS | Durango |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3030 mm |
