2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2011 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac DTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 6,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 585 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac DTS. (292 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac DTS. (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2011 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | CLK | DTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 877 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
