2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CTS | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
