2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac STS would be higher. 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 35 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (265 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 242 kg more than 2012 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (273 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | STS | TT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
