2007 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 314 kg more than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
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 R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | R | XTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
