2007 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac STS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac STS-V would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS-V. (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS-V.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS-V. (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS-V.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS-V | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | STS-V | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 641 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 595 Nm | 821 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |