1997 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1997 Audi A8. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 233 kg more than 1997 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Audi A8. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A8. (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A8 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A8 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
