2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2002 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota FXS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota FXS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 Toyota FXS. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota FXS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 512 kg more than 2002 Toyota FXS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Cadillac STS (427 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota FXS. (270 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota FXS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 2002 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | STS | FXS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
