2010 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 398 kg more than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz R | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | R | XTS |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5156 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1958 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1661 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3216 mm | 2831 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |