2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2008 Lexus SC
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac STS and 2008 Lexus SC were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,291 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Lexus SC. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus SC weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Because 2008 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus SC. 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 Lexus SC (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 2008 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | STS | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
