2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Cadillac STS

To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Cadillac STS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.

Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2009 Cadillac STS
Make Audi Cadillac
Model A6 STS
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 3599 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 369 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1635 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2960 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 64 L