2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac STS and 2008 Mazda DrifterX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
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 (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. 2008 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda DrifterX has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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 Mazda DrifterX | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | STS | DrifterX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 595 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |