2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac STS 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 77 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2005 Cadillac STS.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac STS | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | STS | 300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |