2009 Audi TT vs. 2007 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2009 Audi TT 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, 2007 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 608 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT 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 DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2007 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | TT | DTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
