2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 113 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Because 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | STS | CC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2711 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |