2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2007 Cadillac DTS | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DTS | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |