2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2013 Ford Explorer. (286 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 586 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
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, 2008 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Explorer. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Explorer.
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2008 Cadillac STS | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | STS | Explorer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8: 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5006 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2291 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |