2000 Audi Allroad vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Audi Allroad. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi Allroad weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2000 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi Allroad 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi Allroad. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi Allroad | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Allroad | CTS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
