1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 14 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 280 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Brougham | 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Brougham | R |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2990 mm |
