2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 29 kg more than 2010 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 CLK (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | CLK | CTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
