2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Cadillac DTS
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 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 41 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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 A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (296 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Cadillac DTS | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A8 | DTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |