2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | DTS | A6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
