2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 738 kg more than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | STS | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 96 L |
