2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac STS | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | STS | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2895 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |