2000 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Cadillac STS

To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS.

Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Audi A8 2007 Cadillac STS
Make Audi Cadillac
Model A8 STS
Year Released 2000 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 3556 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 431 Nm 342 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 86 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3020 mm 2960 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.2 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 64 L


 

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