2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac STS. (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 492 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac STS | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | STS | S |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |