1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fleetwood | E |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 701 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2860 mm |