2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 492 kg more than 2007 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac CTS. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2007 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | CTS | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 129 L |
