2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 313 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | STS | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |