2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (301 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Cadillac DTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | DTS | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
