2006 Cadillac DTS 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 DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac DTS would be higher. 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 74 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 228 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.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DTS | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
