2009 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. 2010 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Nissan X-Trail | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
Model | X-Trail | STS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2957 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |