2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2013 Dodge AVENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge AVENGER is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac STS would be higher. Both 2009 Cadillac STS and 2013 Dodge AVENGER are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. (279 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge AVENGER weights approximately 76 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Because 2009 Cadillac STS 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge AVENGER, 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 (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge AVENGER.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 2013 Dodge AVENGER | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | STS | AVENGER |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2064 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2765 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |