2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram 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 211 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 146 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac CTS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Ram | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
