2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (300 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (273 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | STS | Frontier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 261 HP |
Torque | 273 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |