2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS. 2007 GMC Sierra 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. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | CTS | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 129 L |
