2008 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (314 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 43 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
