2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | STS | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2790 mm |
