2011 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Citroen C8
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac STS weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C8, 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, 2011 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac STS | 2009 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | STS | C8 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1802 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4996 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2957 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
