2002 Audi TT vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi TT | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | TT | CTS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2890 mm |
