2009 Audi A5 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, both 2009 Audi A5 and 2009 Cadillac CTS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A5 | CTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |