2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2006 Acura CSX
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac STS and 2006 Acura CSX were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Acura CSX. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 469 kg more than 2006 Acura CSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Acura CSX, 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. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2006 Acura CSX has manual transmission. 2006 Acura CSX 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 | 2006 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | STS | CSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 197 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
