2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Cadillac STS
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Cadillac STS were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2005 Cadillac STS.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac STS. 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 Cadillac STS (427 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (370 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | STS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4565 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
