2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (224 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 466 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster. 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 (339 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac STS | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | STS | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |