2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2006 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac STS and 2006 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 381 kg more than 2006 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara, 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 2006 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | STS | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1401 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
