2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa 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 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 347 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 309 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa. 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 2011 Nissan Versa. 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 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | STS | Versa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
