2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 18 kg more than 2004 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, 2005 Cadillac STS (427 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac STS | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | STS | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 1799 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |