2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2005 Cadillac STS and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 271 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 (339 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 2005 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac STS 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Cadillac Mercedes-Benz
Model STS C
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3556 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 229 km/hour 228 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.4 seconds 9.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1796 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 62 L


 

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