2011 Cadillac STS vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda Tribute 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 131 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac STS weights approximately 318 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute. 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute, 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute. 2011 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac STS | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | STS | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1802 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4996 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2957 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
