2005 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2008 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Avanti Studebaker. (307 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 Avanti Studebaker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1215 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Avanti Studebaker. (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Avanti Studebaker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Avanti Studebaker | 2008 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Avanti | Cadillac |
| Model | Studebaker | STS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 4376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 595 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2960 mm |
