2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK
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 CK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 CK (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CTS | CK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
