2011 Cadillac STS vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac STS weights approximately 267 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Cadillac STS | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | STS | 911 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 368 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1802 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4996 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2957 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |