2011 Cadillac SRX vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 114 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX, 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac SRX | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | SRX | STS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6950 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1916 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4834 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |
