2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Cadillac STS
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 278 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A6 | STS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |