2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac STS and 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | STS | GL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |