2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 450 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (262 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | CTS | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
