2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS 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 42 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GS. (279 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 48 kg more than 2007 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GS. (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 2007 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | STS | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 71 L |
