2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. (275 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 weights approximately 417 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | STS | E420 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2052 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |