2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Cadillac STS
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Cadillac STS were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A4 | STS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 428 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |