2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1997 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Sienna. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 158 kg more than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Because 2007 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 2007 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2007 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Sienna. (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1997 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | STS | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
