2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 305 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (186 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 2001 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CTS | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
