2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 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 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 4 more horse power than 2010 Audi A6. (300 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | CTS | A6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |