2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (304 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 543 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | ML | CTS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |
