2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Saturn Vue, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (336 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
| Model | STS | Vue |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
