2011 Cadillac STS vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (242 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 148 kg more than 2011 Cadillac STS.

Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac STS.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Cadillac STS 2000 Toyota Tundra
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model STS Tundra
Year Released 2011 2000
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 4663 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 302 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 368 Nm 426 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1802 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 4996 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1844 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1463 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2957 mm 3270 mm


 

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