2005 Cadillac DTS vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac DTS. (287 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac DTS. (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac DTS. 2005 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2012 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DTS | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | DTS | TT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2469 mm |
