2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2006 Cadillac DTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac DTS | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | DTS | A8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |