2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac STS and 2009 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (300 HP) has 192 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 177 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4. 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, 2009 Citroen C4, 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 (273 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac STS | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | STS | C4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 273 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |