2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. (232 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 186 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac STS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | STS | S |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |