2010 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (250 HP @ 3100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 506 kg more than 2011 Cadillac CTS-V.
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, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Express. 2010 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2011 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Express | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2421 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
