2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
Model | STS | Discovery |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |