2007 Audi S3 vs. 2007 Cadillac DTS
To start off, both 2007 Audi S3 and 2007 Cadillac DTS were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Audi S3. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S3.
Because 2007 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 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 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S3. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S3. 2007 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi S3 | 2007 Cadillac DTS | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | S3 | DTS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |