2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (253 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 244 kg more than 2007 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 S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CTS | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 88 L |
