2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 816 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 1009 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1098 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Cadillac V Sixteen 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Cadillac Chevrolet
Model V Sixteen Colorado
Year Released 2003 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 13600 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 16 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 1001 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 1356 Nm 258 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 9.1:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2270 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 5680 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 3560 mm 2830 mm


 

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