1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 238 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | E | CTS |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3606 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |