2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 SSC Aero
To start off, 2011 SSC Aero is newer by 6 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 741 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac STS. (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 524 kg more than 2011 SSC Aero.
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, 2011 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 930 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac STS. 2005 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2011 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2011 SSC Aero 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 | 2011 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Cadillac | SSC |
| Model | STS | Aero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1090 mm |
