2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac STS and 2008 Opel Vivaro 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 132 kg more than 2008 Opel Vivaro.
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 Opel Vivaro, 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vivaro. 2008 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Vivaro has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Vivaro 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 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | STS | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 427 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |