2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac STS. (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 437 kg more than 2003 Porsche 911.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 911. 2005 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche 911 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 | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | STS | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
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 | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |