2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 638 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
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 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Silverado | CTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 1868 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
