2009 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac STS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac STS-V 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 34 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS-V. (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac STS-V.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac STS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS-V. (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS-V | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | STS-V | ML |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1951 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |
