2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Audi S4
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 S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S4 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 S4 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, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 2005 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | CTS | S4 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
