1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 366 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 has automatic transmission and 2011 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2011 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | 200 | CTS |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 273 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |