2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac STS. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 702 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.

Because 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac STS 2011 Toyota Tundra
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model STS Tundra
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3563 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 253 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 342 Nm 424 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1782 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 5340 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 3230 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 100 L