2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CTS | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
