2006 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac STS-V and 2006 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS-V (440 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2006 Cadillac STS-V is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Cadillac STS-V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Cadillac STS-V (584 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS-V | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS-V | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
