2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 712 kg more than 2007 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | STS | Sierra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5839 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |