2007 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 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 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 213 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1868 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
