2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,498 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 2 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 73 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (351 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | C | CTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
