2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pickup 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 149 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 304 kg more than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac STS | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | STS | Pickup |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |