2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (261 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 515 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
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 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | CTS | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |