2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2006 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin V12 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac STS. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac STS.
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, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (542 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (428 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2004 Aston Martin V12 has manual transmission. 2004 Aston Martin V12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin V12 | 2006 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | V12 | STS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
