2004 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 563 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 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A3 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
