2005 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A6 | ATS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1805 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |