2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac STS. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 412 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX.
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 (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda NSX 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 | 1999 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | STS | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 78 mm |
| 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 | 1782 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
