2007 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 384 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac STS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | Civic | STS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 368 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1802 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2957 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |