2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 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. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 256 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | SLK | CTS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4135 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2431 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
