2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 121 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 717 kg more than 2003 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, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | CTS | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 129 L |
