2005 Lexus LS vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Lexus LS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 18 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus LS. (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus LS | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Lexus | Cadillac |
Model | LS | STS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 418 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2957 mm |