2011 Cadillac STS vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 850 kg more than 2011 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Cadillac STS | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | STS | Armada |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 368 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1802 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4996 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1981 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2957 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 105 L |