2009 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac STS-V and 2009 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP) has 361 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2009 Cadillac STS-V is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac STS-V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara. 2009 Cadillac STS-V has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS-V | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | STS-V | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
