2009 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac STS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac STS-V would be higher. 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 @ 6400 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (138 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
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, 2012 Volkswagen CC, 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS-V | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | STS-V | CC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
