2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2006 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (260 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 2006 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | STS | SRX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
