Cadillac STS vs. Audi A8 Review

Handling
With its tighter turning radius, the Cadillac is quite certainly sprier than the Audi, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; on the other hand, bear in mind that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The Audi A8 has a more sizeable engine than the Cadillac STS. Remember that smaller engines are often cheaper to fix, but smaller engines can be stressed more. The STS could learn a lesson or two from the Audi A8 with respect to torque.

Utility
The Audi A8 and the Cadillac can accommodate the same number of passengers.

Convenience
You will quite certainly have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Cadillac STS than with the Audi A8.

Comfort
Taller drivers will substantially enjoy the extra head room in the STS's front cabin compared to the Audi A8. The ampler interior dimensions of the Audi A8 make it substantially roomier for your passengers than the Cadillac STS.

Dimensions
The A8 is substantially heavier than the STS. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Audi A8 than the Cadillac STS because of its bigger tank. The Cadillac STS and the Audi compete for the same parking spaces.

Cost
The Cadillac STS won't save you much money at the pump compared to the Audi A8. The Audi A8 will tax your gasoline budget considerably more than the STS will. The Audi A8 is considerably costlier than the Cadillac STS with respect to MSRP.

Warranty
The STS and the A8 have the same basic warranty.