2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 693 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | CTS | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 98 L |
