2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 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 108 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. (213 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 337 kg more than 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. (298 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac STS | 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | STS | Progress NC 300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |