2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 2 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2011 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Cadillac | Saab |
Model | STS | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |