2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 5 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 329 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC. 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CTS | CLC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |