2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac STS. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 187 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari F430 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.
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2006 Cadillac STS | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | STS | F430 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 311 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
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 | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 18.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |