2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac STS. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac STS | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | STS | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 98 L |