2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Legend 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 29 more horse power than 2004 Honda Legend. (291 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Legend.
Because 2006 Cadillac STS 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend, 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 (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac STS | 2004 Honda Legend | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | STS | Legend |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |