2008 Audi S6 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (263 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 475 kg more than 2008 Audi S6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S6 | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | S6 | CTS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |