2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. 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 (369 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
