2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 6 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 147 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | STS | CHARGER |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |