2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Q7 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
