2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 493 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Because 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | STS | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |