2009 Audi R8 vs. 2007 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 2 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, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 73 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2007 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | R8 | DTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
