2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (300 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (228 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 507 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac STS (273 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | STS | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
