Audi RS4 vs Cadillac STS
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2011 Cadillac STS
Overview
| Spec | Audi RS4quattro | Cadillac STSV6 Luxury Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | quattro | V6 Luxury Sport |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2008 | 2011 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi RS4quattro | Cadillac STSV6 Luxury Sport |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $66,910 | $47,280 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi RS4quattro | Cadillac STSV6 Luxury Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 15 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 13 MPG | 18 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 16.6 gal | 17 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi RS4quattro | Cadillac STSV6 Luxury Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 420 hp (best) | 302 hp |
| Torque | 317 lb-ft (best) | 272 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.2 L (best) | 3.6 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi RS4quattro | Cadillac STSV6 Luxury Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.4 cu ft | 13.8 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | — | 3,973 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 3.7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 116.4 in (best) |
| Length | 180.7 in | 196.7 in (best) |
| Width | 71.5 in | 72.6 in (best) |
| Height | 55.7 in | 57.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi RS4quattro | Cadillac STSV6 Luxury Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi RS4 | Cadillac STS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | quattro $66,910 MSRP(Currently comparing) | V6 Luxury Sport $47,280 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | quattro $81,900 MSRP | V6 Luxury $50,820 MSRP |
| 3 | — | V6 Premium $56,380 MSRP |
Audi RS4 vs Cadillac STS FAQ
- Which is better: 2008 Audi RS4 or 2011 Cadillac STS?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2008 Audi RS4 vs 2011 Cadillac STS on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2008 Audi RS4 or 2011 Cadillac STS?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Cadillac STS starts lower at $47,280.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2008 Audi RS4 or 2011 Cadillac STS?
- The 2011 Cadillac STS leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (47,280).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2008 Audi RS4 or 2011 Cadillac STS?
- The 2011 Cadillac STS leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
- Which has better horsepower: 2008 Audi RS4 or 2011 Cadillac STS?
- The 2008 Audi RS4 leads on horsepower in this comparison (420).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2008 Audi RS4 or 2011 Cadillac STS?
- The 2011 Cadillac STS leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).