2011 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Cadillac CTS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Cadillac CTS-V would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2011 Cadillac CTS-V.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac CTS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q7. (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q7. 2012 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2011 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | CTS-V | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 556 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4859 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
