2019 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2019 Chevrolet Corvette

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V and 2019 Chevrolet Corvette contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V and the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette.

In comparing the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V's and the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The 2019 Chevrolet Corvette has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V's and the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette is a better car than the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V.

Pricing: A used 2019 Cadillac CTS-V ranges from $59,681 to $81,760 while a used 2019 Chevrolet Corvette is priced between $44,490 to $152,140.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V loses 54.5 percent of its value and the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette loses 27.4 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette retains 27.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Cadillac CTS-V is 7.2 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Corvette's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Cadillac CTS-V being ranked 13 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Chevrolet Corvette being ranked 4 out of 41 Best Luxury Sports Cars.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Cadillac CTS-V is 6.6 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Corvette the reliability rating is 7.6 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Corvette an advantage in reliability compared to the Cadillac CTS-V.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V’s base engine makes 640 horsepower, and the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette base engine makes 455 horsepower. The CTS-V is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 399 miles. The Corvette is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 463 miles. This gives the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V. Both models use premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The 2019 Cadillac CTS-V, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room and front leg room. The 2019 Chevrolet Corvette, a sports car, has the advantage in the area of cargo space.

Safety Ratings: The 2019 Cadillac CTS-V has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.