2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Cadillac STS
To start off, both 2009 Audi Q7 and 2009 Cadillac STS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (300 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (280 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 852 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (273 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2009 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | Q7 | STS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 361 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |