2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac DTS and 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 2006 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito has manual transmission. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Cadillac DTS | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DTS | Vito |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |