2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2010 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS. 2010 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2008 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | CTS | A5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
