2011 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 537 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 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac DTS. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Audi Q7 | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | Q7 | DTS |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 5273 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |