2009 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,121 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A6 | CTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3121 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.7 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |