2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1995 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 428 kg more than 1995 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mustang. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1995 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
