2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 254 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CTS | SLK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4134 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
