2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 750 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | STS | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1951 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |
