2010 Cadillac DTS vs. 2005 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 433 kg more than 2005 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 DTS (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac DTS | 2005 Audi TT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | DTS | TT |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
