2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (415 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (314 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 258 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (539 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | SLK | CTS |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 415 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 539 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1868 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4102 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1793 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2431 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |