2005 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Cadillac CTS-V.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (430 Nm). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A8 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
