2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2006 Citroen C5

To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 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 116 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 128 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, 2006 Citroen C5, 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Cadillac STS 2006 Citroen C5
Make Cadillac Citroen
Model STS C5
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 2945 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.9:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1566 kg 1694 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 66 L


 

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