2006 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2011 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 2011 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, 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, 2011 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2011 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | Accord | STS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1463 mm |
