2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 DTS (396 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | DTS | A3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
