2010 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Cadillac STS 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 212 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 457 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Citroen C4, 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac STS | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | STS | C4 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4996 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2957 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
