2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 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 33 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | STS | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
