2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac STS and 2006 Jeep Cherokee were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 52 kg more than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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 (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | STS | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |
