2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac STS and 2007 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 2007 Audi A3 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | STS | A3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |