2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 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 10 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 493 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Q7 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
