2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Dodge Ram

To start off, both 2009 Cadillac STS and 2009 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.

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, 2009 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac STS 2009 Dodge Ram
Make Cadillac Dodge
Model STS Ram
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3599 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 302 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 369 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 5320 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 98 L


 

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