2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 7 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (320 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Dakota | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
