2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2006 Lincoln Zephyr
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lincoln Zephyr 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 104 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. (218 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr.
Because 2007 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. (271 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 2006 Lincoln Zephyr | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | STS | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
