2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (300 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 798 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (273 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | STS | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 117 L |
