2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Cadillac STS
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Cadillac STS were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 392 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS 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, 2007 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2007 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A4 | STS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |