2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Tata B-Line
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac STS and 2009 Tata B-Line were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2009 Tata B-Line. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata B-Line.
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 Tata B-Line, 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 (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata B-Line. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata B-Line. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata B-Line has manual transmission. 2009 Tata B-Line 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 Tata B-Line | |
Make | Cadillac | Tata |
Model | STS | B-Line |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 37 L |