2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2004 Lincoln Mark X
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Mark X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Mark X would be higher. At 3,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Mark X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac STS. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Mark X should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Mark X weights approximately 129 kg more than 2005 Cadillac STS. 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, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac STS. (339 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Mark X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac STS | 2004 Lincoln Mark X | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | STS | Mark X |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
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 | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |