2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 525 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | STS | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
