2001 Toyota Condor vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 356 kg more than 2001 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor. 2010 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Condor | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Condor | STS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1802 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
