2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac STS and 2009 Audi TT were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (300 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 387 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi TT 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 TT 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 TT (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (273 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 2009 Audi TT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | STS | TT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
