Model Year | 2014 | 2011 | |
Model | Cadillac CTS | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | |
Engine | supercharged 6.2L V8 OHV-2v 556 hp@6100 551 lb-ft@3800 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@6200 465 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,911 mm | 2,873 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,966 mm | 4,869 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,834 mm | 1,854 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,453 mm | 1,466 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,924 kg | 1,841 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 72 L | 80 L | -8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 963 mm | 33 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,445 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,367 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,082 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 970 mm | -17 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,392 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,354 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 899 mm | 909 mm | -10 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,958 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 388 L | 450 L | -62 L |
2014 Cadillac CTS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The first two generations of the CTS were "in between" cars larger than a BMW 3-Series but more compact than a BMW 5-Series. Contented and priced like the former, they weren't pitched as competitors to the latter. With the third-generation sedan this has changed. The new CTS leaves the 3er for the ATS and goes head-to-head with the 5er. However, the 2014's exterior and interior are only a bit more expansive than those of the 2008-2013 car. Also, the rear doors do not open wide enough for easy entry. You'll still find a roomier, more comfortable, easier to access rear seat in the 5-Series, even if the official specs suggest otherwise. see full Cadillac CTS review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Cadillac CTS.
2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 302-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great comfort. Low dash makes seeing out good for my short wife. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |