2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 847 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2003 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2003 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | CTS | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
