2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac STS (369 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | STS | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
