2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac STS and 2006 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 253 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Fiat Punto. 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 Fiat Punto, 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Punto 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 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | STS | Punto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 49 L |
