2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Fiat Strada
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac STS and 2009 Fiat Strada were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 555 kg more than 2009 Fiat Strada. 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 Fiat Strada, 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Strada 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 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | STS | Strada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |