2002 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 202 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | C | CTS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2950 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.3 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
