2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 832 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (169 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 625 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V Sixteen | E |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 13600 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1001 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 1356 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2860 mm |
