2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 178 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. 2010 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Colorado | STS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 368 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1802 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2957 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |