2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | STS | TT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
