2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 672 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Corsa. 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 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | STS | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 44 L |
