2007 Acura TL vs. 2007 Cadillac STS
To start off, both 2007 Acura TL and 2007 Cadillac STS were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 382 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2007 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS. 2007 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2007 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2007 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2007 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | TL | STS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |