2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Cadillac CTS were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac CTS 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 2004 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3, 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, 2004 Audi A3 (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS. 2004 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A3 | CTS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
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 | 1340 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |