2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac CTS and 2007 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (253 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 520 kg more than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac CTS. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2007 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2007 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CTS | R |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 2226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |