2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2008 Audi A6
When we compare the 2008 Cadillac STS's and the 2008 Audi A6's specifications and ratings, the 2008 Cadillac STS has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The 2008 Audi A6 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2008 Cadillac STS's and the 2008 Audi A6's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2008 Audi A6 Pricing
A used 2008 Cadillac STS ranges from $4,497 to $12,734 while a used 2008 Audi A6 is priced between $4,363 to $10,000.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2008 Cadillac STS’s base engine makes 302 horsepower, and the 2008 Audi A6 base engine makes 255 horsepower. The STS is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 455 miles. The A6 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 570 miles. This gives the 2008 Audi A6 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2008 Cadillac STS. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2008 Cadillac STS has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2008 Audi A6 has the advantage in the area of cargo space. The 2008 Cadillac STS and 2008 Audi A6 are comparable in regards to front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2008 Audi A6 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4497 - 12734
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4363 - 10000
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.582474
Cadillac STS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Audi A6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.445588 / 10
Reliability:
8.736765 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Cadillac STS Rankings
Not yet available
Audi A6 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2008 Cadillac STS Trim Levels
V6, V8
2008 Audi A6 Trim Levels
3.2, 3.2 quattro, 4.2 quattro, 3.2 Avant quattro
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 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):
Not yet available
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:
302 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
272 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.077 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
243 foot-lbs @ 3250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 26 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
298 / 455 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 27 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
380 / 570 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Cargo Space:
13.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
15.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3921 lbs
Width:
72.6 inches
Height:
57.6 inches
Length:
196.3 inches
Wheelbase:
116.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3858 lbs
Width:
79.2 inches
Height:
57.4 inches
Length:
193.5 inches
Wheelbase:
111.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available