2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 652 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Express | CTS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |