2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 993. (283 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 397 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993. 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, 2005 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993. 2005 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | STS | 993 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2280 mm |
