2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 587 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac STS (427 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | STS | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
