2006 Audi TT vs. 2006 Cadillac STS

To start off, both 2006 Audi TT 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 71 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 188 kg more than 2006 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Audi TT 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 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi TT 2006 Cadillac STS
Make Audi Cadillac
Model TT STS
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3195 cc 4565 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 427 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.9 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1818 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2960 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.4 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 14.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 66 L


 

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