2010 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 92 kg more than 2010 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Cadillac STS | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | STS | Sierra |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 368 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1802 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4996 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2957 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 129 L |