2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 5 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 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 124 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CTS | SLS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 575 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4638 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2075 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1261 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |