2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 6 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, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 307 kg more than 2007 Cadillac DTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (400 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac DTS | 2013 Audi A7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | DTS | A7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 549 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2914 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |