2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2007 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. 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 (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | STS | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
