2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac STS and 2005 Suzuki Jimny were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 176 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 771 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. 2005 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
Model | STS | Jimny |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |