2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 644 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Silverado | CTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |
