2009 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS-V. (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac STS-V.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS-V. (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | STS-V | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 595 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |