2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2008 Lada 21
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac STS and 2008 Lada 21 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) has 232 more horse power than 2008 Lada 21. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 697 kg more than 2008 Lada 21. 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 Lada 21, 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada 21. 2008 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2008 Lada 21 has manual transmission. 2008 Lada 21 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 Lada 21 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lada |
| Model | STS | 21 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
