2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | STS | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |