2010 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (252 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 480 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Silverado | CTS |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |
