2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (304 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 243 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS. 2011 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Corvette | CTS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |