2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS 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 45 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac STS. 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 (488 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | STS | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
