2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 42 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | STS | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
