2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Audi A3
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac STS and 2009 Audi A3 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 STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 518 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS 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 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
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2009 Cadillac STS | 2009 Audi A3 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | STS | A3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |