2010 Cadillac STS vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 182 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Cadillac STS | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | STS | 911 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 368 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1802 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4996 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2957 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |