2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 110 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 196 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac STS (427 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac STS 2004 Nissan Frontier
Make Cadillac Nissan
Model STS Frontier
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4564 cc 3278 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 334 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 3.7:1 8.9:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 1831 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 5540 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 3340 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 73 L


 

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