2004 GMC Envoy vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 208 kg more than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Because 2004 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | GMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Envoy | STS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
