1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac STS. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 136 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | E | STS |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2957 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |