2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (603 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 418 kg more than 2010 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (998 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | S | STS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 603 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 998 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
