2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Chevrolet Epica
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac STS and 2009 Chevrolet Epica were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Epica. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Epica weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Epica, 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Epica. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Epica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 2009 Chevrolet Epica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | STS | Epica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
