1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 18 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 380 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fleetwood | R |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3216 mm |