2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E. 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 (396 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DTS | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
