2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1996 Renault Fifties
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Fifties. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Fifties 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 262 more horse power than 1996 Renault Fifties. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Fifties. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1996 Renault Fifties. 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Fifties. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Fifties. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Fifties has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Fifties 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 Renault Fifties | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | STS | Fifties |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
