2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 347 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Q7 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
