2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 57 kg more than 2012 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac STS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | STS | A5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |
