2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 328 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | STS | Insight |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
