2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2008 Fiat Sedici
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac STS and 2008 Fiat Sedici were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Fiat Sedici. 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici. 2008 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Sedici has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Sedici 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 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | STS | Sedici |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
