2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2003 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2003 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Cadillac CTS | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CTS | E |
Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 5956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 94.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |