2005 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Cadillac STS
To start off, both 2005 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac STS. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S4 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 S4 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 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac STS. 2005 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi S4 | 2005 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | S4 | STS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |