2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Audi A4
In comparing the 2006 Cadillac CTS's and the 2006 Audi A4's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Cadillac CTS has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 2006 Audi A4 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2006 Cadillac CTS's and the 2006 Audi A4's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Audi A4 is a better car than the 2006 Cadillac CTS.
2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Audi A4 Pricing
A used 2006 Cadillac CTS ranges from $2,838 to $10,674 while a used 2006 Audi A4 is priced between $3,499 to $9,993.
2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Audi A4 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2006 Cadillac CTS loses 58.2 percent of its value and the 2006 Audi A4 loses 52.5 percent of its value. This means the 2006 Audi A4 retains 5.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2006 Cadillac CTS.
2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Audi A4 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Cadillac CTS is 8.2 out of 10 while the Audi A4's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Cadillac CTS being ranked 8 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Audi A4 being ranked 3 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars.
2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Audi A4 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Cadillac CTS is 8.0 out of 10. For the Audi A4 the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Audi A4 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Cadillac CTS.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2006 Cadillac CTS’s base engine makes 210 horsepower, and the 2006 Audi A4 base engine makes 200 horsepower. The CTS is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 425 miles. The A4 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 558 miles. This gives the 2006 Audi A4 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2006 Cadillac CTS. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2006 Cadillac CTS and the 2006 Audi A4 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2838 - 10674
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.581772
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3499 - 9993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.524505
Cadillac CTS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.19206 / 10
Reliability:
7.976181 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.799371 / 10
Reliability:
8.698115 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Cadillac CTS Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 29Audi A4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 31Ranking
22 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2006 Cadillac CTS Trim Levels
Base, Sport
2006 Audi A4 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
210 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
194 foot-lbs @ 3300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5100 rpm
Torque:
207 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 25 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
255 / 425 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 31 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 558 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
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
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
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
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:
3509 lbs
Width:
70.6 inches
Height:
56.7 inches
Length:
190.1 inches
Wheelbase:
113.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3428 lbs
Width:
69.8 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
180.6 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available