2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 720 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (342 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | CTS | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 132 L |
