2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (301 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | CTS | Silverado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3380 mm |