2005 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 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 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
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 A8 (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A8 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
