2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (319 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 484 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (499 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | CTS | Express |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
