2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (381 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 382 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (385 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
Model | 911 | STS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 368 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1802 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2957 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 64 L |