2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus 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 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 109 more horse power than 2013 Ford Taurus. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 413 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Taurus. (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac STS | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | STS | Taurus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 595 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2177 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |