2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac STS and 2008 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 100 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 (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4. 2008 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | STS | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 16.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |