2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 46 more horse power than 2007 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac STS | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | STS | Acadia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3563 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |