2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac BLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac BLS would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (207 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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 BLS (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac BLS | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | BLS | A3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2578 mm |
