2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2010 Lexus SC
To start off, 2010 Lexus SC 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus SC (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS.
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 Lexus SC (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 2010 Lexus SC | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | STS | SC |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |