2007 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus IS would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 47 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS. 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus IS | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Lexus | Cadillac |
Model | IS | STS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2957 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |