2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 561 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | STS | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |
