2002 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (314 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Sierra weights approximately 317 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Sierra. (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Sierra | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | GMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Sierra | CTS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
