2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2008 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Quest.

Because 2006 Cadillac STS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Quest. (329 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Quest.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac STS 2008 Nissan Quest
Make Cadillac Nissan
Model STS Quest
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4556 cc 3494 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 428 Nm 329 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 3160 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.1 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 76 L


 

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