2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 29 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Impreza 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.
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2006 Cadillac STS | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | STS | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |