2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Cadillac STS
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2007 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A6 | STS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |