2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | STS | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
