2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 482 kg more than 2006 Cadillac DTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2006 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Q7 | DTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
