2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2001 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sierra weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2001 GMC Sierra 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, 2001 GMC Sierra 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, 2001 GMC Sierra (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2001 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | CTS | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
