2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Cadillac CTS were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (320 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A6 | CTS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2597 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 245 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1730 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |