2004 Audi A6 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 A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 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 45 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 93 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.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
