2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Capa 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 155 more horse power than 1999 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 710 kg more than 1999 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac STS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Capa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 1999 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | STS | Capa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
