2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 1994 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | CTS | Corvette |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 5727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 401 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 523 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |