2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2010 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2010 Nissan X-Trail 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. 2008 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2010 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | STS | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |