2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 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 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 68 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
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 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, 2004 Audi A6 (350 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
