2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2007 Proton Satria
To start off, 2007 Proton Satria 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 144 more horse power than 2007 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 623 kg more than 2007 Proton Satria. 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 (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Satria. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2007 Proton Satria has manual transmission. 2007 Proton Satria 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 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Cadillac | Proton |
| Model | STS | Satria |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
