2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2008 Honda Stream
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac STS and 2008 Honda Stream 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 (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2008 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 378 kg more than 2008 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac STS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream. 2008 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Stream 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.
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2008 Cadillac STS | 2008 Honda Stream | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | STS | Stream |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |