2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (249 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Because 2005 Cadillac STS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Cadillac STS (339 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
| Model | STS | Vue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
