2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | STS | Sierra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5847 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 | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |