2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 243 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 2007 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Cadillac STS | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | STS | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |