2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 211 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | CTS | A4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
