2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1999 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 742 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1999 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | CTS | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 2334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3440 mm |
