2003 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Cadillac Catera
To start off, both 2003 Audi A6 and 2003 Cadillac Catera were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Catera (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Cadillac Catera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Catera. 2003 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Audi A6 | 2003 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A6 | Catera |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |