2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Cadillac DTS
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Cadillac DTS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (296 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A4 | DTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
