2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 580 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | STS | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
