2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 146 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | CTS | A4 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
