2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac STS. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 330 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.
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, 2013 GMC Acadia, 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | STS | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
