2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (347 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 720 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (520 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | STS | Commander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
