2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac CTS and 2008 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 630 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Audi A4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | CTS | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |