2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 26 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | SLR McLaren | CTS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5506 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |