2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (325 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | CTS | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5883 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 129 L |
