2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2005 GMC Savana
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 Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2005 GMC Savana. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 695 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac STS (369 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Savana. (353 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 2005 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | STS | Savana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2330 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 | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
