2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac STS. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2006 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | STS | A7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4969 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2914 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
