2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac STS and 2009 Dodge Nitro were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 902 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | STS | Nitro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |