2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (291 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | STS | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3030 mm |
