2000 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 13 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 293 kg more than 2000 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 2000 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, 2000 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A8 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 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 | 18.5:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
