2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 6 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac STS. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1034 kg more than 2005 Cadillac STS. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac STS. (339 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac STS | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | STS | CLC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |