2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 678 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | CTS | Ram |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 8277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 713 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |