2000 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 82 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Silverado | CTS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
