2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 4 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. Both 2009 Cadillac STS and 2013 Dodge CHARGER are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (288 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 323 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Because 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | STS | CHARGER |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1883 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |