2002 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. Both 2002 Audi R8 and 2012 Cadillac CTS are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (318 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1776 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (372 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | R8 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
