2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac STS and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 133 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 288 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac STS | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | STS | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |