2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac STS and 2009 Ford Focus 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 160 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 816 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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 Ford Focus, 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | STS | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 140 HP |
Torque | 273 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |