2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac STS and 2007 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 772 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2007 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris 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.
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2007 Cadillac STS | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | STS | Yaris |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |