2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura TL 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 94 more horse power than 1999 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura TL weights approximately 9 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, 1999 Acura TL, 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1999 Acura TL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | STS | TL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
