2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 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 (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (474 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 66 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (631 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | CLK | CTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 474 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
