2005 Audi TT vs. 2011 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac DTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 353 kg more than 2005 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT 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, 2011 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (281 Nm). This means 2011 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2011 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | TT | DTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
