2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 412 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Dakota | CTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
