2007 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac STS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac STS-V would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac STS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 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-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS-V | 2011 Audi A5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | STS-V | A5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 595 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |