2005 Cadillac DTS vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac DTS. (287 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac DTS. (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DTS | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | DTS | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3580 mm |
