2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (300 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 142 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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 (273 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | STS | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
