2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1042 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (233 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC has automatic transmission and 2008 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2008 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Cadillac CTS 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
Make Cadillac Mercedes-Benz
Model CTS CLC
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2597 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 179 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 233 Nm 351 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.2 mm 92.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.6 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 223 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.3 seconds 6.3 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1788 kg 2830 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 62 L


 

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