2004 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 55 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Audi A6 (430 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2009 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | STS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
