2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 18 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Durango | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
Model | Durango | CTS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1442 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |