2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Cadillac CTS were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (262 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | C | CTS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 66 L |