1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 84 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Silverado | CTS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
