2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac STS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | STS | Frontier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |