2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 95 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | STS | CLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 89 L |