2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 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 64 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Exige. (257 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 903 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige. 2008 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Exige 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 | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
Model | STS | Exige |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 44 L |