2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac DTS and 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,965 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 462 kg more than 2008 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (460 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac DTS. (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac DTS | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DTS | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4965 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
