2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty is newer by 3 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 289 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Because 2008 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jeep Liberty. 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 (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Liberty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac STS | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
Model | STS | Liberty |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1849 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4473 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1857 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2695 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |