2000 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 1810 kg more than 2000 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (427 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 2008 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | R8 | STS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
