2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (354 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (307 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 851 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Silverado | CTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6100 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
