2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac STS. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 336 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.
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 (339 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX. 2005 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda NSX 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 | 2000 Honda NSX | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | STS | NSX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |