2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2001 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 900 kg more than 2001 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2001 Fiat Seicento, 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Seicento. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac STS | 2001 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | STS | Seicento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1116 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |