2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 595 kg more than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango 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 Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
Model | Durango | CTS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |