2012 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 164 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | CTS | A3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4788 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
