2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac STS. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | STS | ML |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 93 L |
