2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Acadia would be higher. Both 2009 GMC Acadia and 2010 Cadillac STS are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 633 kg more than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Because 2010 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 2010 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia, 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
Make | GMC | Cadillac |
Model | Acadia | STS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | 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 | 288 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 368 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1802 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2957 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |