2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 644 kg more than 2010 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Q7 | BLS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |
