2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (314 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 811 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Ram | CTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.3 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |
