2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac DTS. (292 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 787 kg more than 2010 Cadillac DTS. 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 2010 Cadillac DTS. 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 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac DTS. (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Q7 | DTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2605 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
