2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. (75 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200.
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, 2007 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. 2007 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 has manual transmission. 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | STS | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
