1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 374 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Brougham | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Brougham | C |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2860 mm |