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 85 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 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 517 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 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 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Q7 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1778 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 | 10.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
