2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Fiat Panda 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 (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda 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 | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | STS | Panda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 30 L |
