2010 Cadillac STS vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 3 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 15 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.
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, 2013 Cadillac XTS, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac STS | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | STS | XTS |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1802 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4996 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2957 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
