2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 2 kg more than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Frontera has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
| Model | STS | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
