2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 515 kg more than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V.
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, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | CTS-V | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |