2019 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2019 Dodge Charger

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V and 2019 Dodge Charger contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V and the 2019 Dodge Charger.

In comparing the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V's and the 2019 Dodge Charger's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2019 Dodge Charger has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V's and the 2019 Dodge Charger's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Dodge Charger is a better car than the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V.

Pricing: A used 2019 Cadillac CTS-V ranges from $59,681 to $81,760 while a used 2019 Dodge Charger is priced between $16,495 to $40,562.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V loses 54.5 percent of its value and the 2019 Dodge Charger loses 39.1 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Dodge Charger retains 15.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Cadillac CTS-V is 7.2 out of 10 while the Dodge Charger's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Cadillac CTS-V being ranked 13 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Dodge Charger being ranked 2 out of 8 Best Large Cars.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Cadillac CTS-V is 6.6 out of 10. For the Dodge Charger the reliability rating is 8.1 out of 10. This gives the Dodge Charger an advantage in reliability compared to the Cadillac CTS-V.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V’s base engine makes 640 horsepower, and the 2019 Dodge Charger base engine makes 292 horsepower. The CTS-V is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 399 miles. The Charger is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles. This gives the 2019 Dodge Charger the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V. The CTS-V uses premium unleaded, and the Charger uses regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are large cars, the 2019 Dodge Charger has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2019 Cadillac CTS-V has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear head room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2019 Dodge Charger has higher safety ratings than the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.