2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (363 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 153 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CTS | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 5.2 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 | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |