2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 568 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | STS | Insight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1820 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 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 | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
