2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. (320 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2006 Cadillac STS.
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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 has manual transmission. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Cadillac STS | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | STS | 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |