2016 Cadillac XTS vs. 2016 Audi S4
When we compare the 2016 Cadillac XTS's and the 2016 Audi S4's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Cadillac XTS has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. The 2016 Audi S4 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2016 Cadillac XTS's and the 2016 Audi S4's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Cadillac XTS is a better car than the 2016 Audi S4.
2016 Cadillac XTS vs. 2016 Audi S4 Pricing
A used 2016 Cadillac XTS ranges from $12,993 to $26,991 while a used 2016 Audi S4 is priced between $16,460 to $30,261.
2016 Cadillac XTS vs. 2016 Audi S4 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2016 Cadillac XTS loses 59.5 percent of its value and the 2016 Audi S4 loses 48.4 percent of its value. This means the 2016 Audi S4 retains 11.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2016 Cadillac XTS.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2016 Cadillac XTS’s base engine makes 304 horsepower, and the 2016 Audi S4 base engine makes 333 horsepower. The XTS is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 532 miles. The S4 is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 419 miles. This gives the 2016 Cadillac XTS the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2016 Audi S4. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2016 Cadillac XTS, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
12993 - 26991
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.595463
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
16460 - 30261
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.483566
Cadillac XTS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi S4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.33583 / 10
Reliability:
8.471659 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Cadillac XTS Rankings
Ranking
13 out of / 24Ranking
15 out of / 24Ranking
20 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
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2016 Cadillac XTS Trim Levels
Luxury, Platinum, Platinum Vsport, Premium, Premium Vsport, Standard
2016 Audi S4 Trim Levels
3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
304 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
264 foot-lbs @ 5300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.076 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
333 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
325 foot-lbs @ 2900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.086 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 28 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 532 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 26 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
274 / 419 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
18 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Cargo Space:
12.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4006 lbs
Width:
72.9 inches
Height:
59.1 inches
Length:
202 inches
Wheelbase:
111.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3869 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
55.4 inches
Length:
185.7 inches
Wheelbase:
110.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P245/45R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R18