1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 48 kg more than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac XTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Silverado | XTS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2831 mm |
