2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac STS 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 240 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 738 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Strada 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 | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | STS | Strada |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |