2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 8 kg more than 2005 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CTS | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 511 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |