2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac STS and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 580 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2007 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS 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 SLK (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | STS | SLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |