2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2005 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Crown 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 82 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Crown. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Crown weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Crown. (294 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 2005 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | STS | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
