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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 2007 Cadillac STS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 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 | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |