2007 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 78 kg more than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | STS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
