2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2010 Lexus ES
To start off, 2010 Lexus ES 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 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 197 more horse power than 2010 Lexus ES. (272 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus ES weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Because 2008 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus ES. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus ES. (344 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 2010 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | STS | ES |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
