2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2008 Renault Trafic
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac STS and 2008 Renault Trafic 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 (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2008 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Trafic weights approximately 210 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 Renault Trafic. 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 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Trafic. 2008 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Trafic 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 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | STS | Trafic |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
