2005 Cadillac DTS vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Cadillac DTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DTS (287 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac DTS. (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DTS | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | DTS | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3030 mm |
