2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac STS.
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 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
Model | Charger | STS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 368 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2957 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |