2006 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac STS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac STS-V would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS-V (440 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac STS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2006 Cadillac STS-V (584 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. 2006 Cadillac STS-V has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS-V | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | STS-V | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
