2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 619 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (379 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | CTS | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2364 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3440 mm |
