2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 557 more horse power than 2005 Audi RS6. (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi RS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 445 kg more than 2005 Audi RS6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 796 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi RS6. (560 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi RS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | RS6 | V Sixteen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 13600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 1001 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 1356 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3560 mm |
