2009 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1998 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (542 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (550 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Express. 1998 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS-V | 1998 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | CTS-V | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3440 mm |
