2001 Cadillac Vizon vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Vizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Vizon would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Vizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Vizon (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Vizon should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 31 kg more than 2001 Cadillac Vizon.
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, 2001 Cadillac Vizon (407 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (349 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac Vizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Vizon | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vizon | R |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
