2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 2 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac STS | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | STS | X6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |