2011 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Cadillac CTS would be higher. Both 2011 Mercedes-Benz R and 2010 Cadillac CTS are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 604 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | R | CTS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5156 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1958 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1661 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3216 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
