2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2013 Audi A7. (306 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A7. (441 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Audi A7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | CTS | A7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4969 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2914 mm |