2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 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 140 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1012 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac STS | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | STS | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1796 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |