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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). 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 | 2801 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
