2006 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac STS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac STS-V would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (563 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac STS-V. (440 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac STS-V.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS-V. (584 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS-V. 2006 Cadillac STS-V has automatic transmission and 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS has manual transmission. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Cadillac STS-V | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | STS-V | SLS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 440 HP | 563 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 584 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4638 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |