2004 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2005 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 217 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2005 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
