2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 133 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | STS | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 5438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 617 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 780 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |