2011 Cadillac STS vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (613 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 148 kg more than 2011 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac STS. 2011 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac STS | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | STS | SL |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1802 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4996 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 2099 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2957 mm | 2585 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
