2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 782 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | STS | 206 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
