2007 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac STS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac STS-V would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (323 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac STS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS-V | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | STS-V | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 129 L |
