2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2008 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac STS and 2008 Daihatsu YRV were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 595 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2008 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS will offer significantly more control. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. 2008 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2008 Daihatsu YRV has manual transmission. 2008 Daihatsu YRV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 2008 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | STS | YRV |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
