1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 15 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 73 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 80 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | E | CTS |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |