2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP) has 248 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 575 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS-V.
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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (489 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | GMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Sierra | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 548 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2569 kg | 1994 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |
