2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Cadillac CTS-V were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (542 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS-V 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-V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8, 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-V (550 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A8 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
