2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS-V would be higher. At 8,201 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (600 HP) has 200 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. (400 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (815 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. (529 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | CTS-V | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 8201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 815 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
