2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen CC. 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 (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | STS | CC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
