2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 688 kg more than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Land Rover | Cadillac |
| Model | Range Rover | STS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
