2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 4 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 7 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DTS | R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
