2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | SLR McLaren | CTS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5438 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 617 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1442 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |