2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Be Bop. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Be Bop 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 (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (221 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 520 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Cadillac STS (427 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (300 Nm). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop. 2007 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Be Bop has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Be Bop 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 Cadillac STS | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | STS | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
