2005 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2005 Audi S4
When comparing the 2005 Cadillac CTS-V's and the 2005 Audi S4's specifications and ratings, the 2005 Cadillac CTS-V has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2005 Audi S4 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2005 Cadillac CTS-V and 2005 Audi S4 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2005 Cadillac CTS-V's and the 2005 Audi S4's specifications and ratings, the 2005 Audi S4 is a better car than the 2005 Cadillac CTS-V.
2005 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2005 Audi S4 Pricing
A used 2005 Cadillac CTS-V ranges from $10,154 to $23,997 while a used 2005 Audi S4 is priced between $6,696 to $18,059.
2005 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2005 Audi S4 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2005 Cadillac CTS-V loses 50.5 percent of its value and the 2005 Audi S4 loses 48.4 percent of its value. This means the 2005 Audi S4 retains 2.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2005 Cadillac CTS-V.
2005 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2005 Audi S4 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Cadillac CTS-V is 7.5 out of 10 while the Audi S4's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Cadillac CTS-V being ranked 12 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Audi S4 being ranked 10 out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars.
2005 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2005 Audi S4 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Cadillac CTS-V is 6.6 out of 10. For the Audi S4 the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Audi S4 an advantage in reliability compared to the Cadillac CTS-V.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2005 Cadillac CTS-V’s base engine makes 400 horsepower, and the 2005 Audi S4 base engine makes 340 horsepower. Both the CTS-V and the S4 are rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 357 and 340 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2005 Cadillac CTS-V has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
10154 - 23997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.504831
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
6696 - 18059
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.483566
Cadillac CTS-V Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.513421 / 10
Reliability:
6.640264 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Audi S4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.33583 / 10
Reliability:
8.471659 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Cadillac CTS-V Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
2 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 7Ranking
8 out of / 24Ranking
12 out of / 24Ranking
17 out of / 24Audi S4 Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 15Ranking
7 out of / 21Ranking
7 out of / 10Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
13 out of / 30Ranking
16 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
22 out of / 36Ranking
22 out of / 26Ranking
25 out of / 31Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
30 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2005 Cadillac CTS-V Trim Levels
Base
2005 Audi S4 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
400 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
395 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.104 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
340 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
302 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.089 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 21 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
221 / 357 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
221 / 340 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Cargo Space:
12.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3850 lbs
Width:
70.6 inches
Height:
57.3 inches
Length:
191.5 inches
Wheelbase:
113.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3825 lbs
Width:
69.5 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
179 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/40ZR18