2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 4 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (369 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | STS | A5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
