2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2000 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 GMC Sonoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sonoma will offer significantly more control. 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 (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 2000 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | CTS | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
