1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 562 kg more than 2011 Cadillac STS.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (379 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Express | STS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2364 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2957 mm |
