2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1124 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | STS | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 93 L |
