2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2009 Cadillac STS
To start off, both 2009 Buick LaCrosse and 2009 Cadillac STS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (321 HP) has 121 more horse power than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 203 kg more than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2009 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | LaCrosse | STS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 321 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |