2010 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Ram. 2010 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2011 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2011 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Cadillac STS | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | STS | Ram |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 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 | 368 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 4996 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2957 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |