Audi A7 / S7 / RS7 (2014) vs. Cadillac CTS (2006) Specs

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2014 Audi A7 / S7 / RS7 and 2006 Cadillac CTS Specifications

Model Year	2014	2006
Model	Audi A7 / S7 / RS7	Cadillac CTS
Engine	turbocharged 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 560 hp@5700 516 lb-ft@1750	6.0L V8 OHV-2v 400 hp@6000 395 lb-ft@4400
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	AWD	RWD
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	114.7 in	113.4 in	1.3 in
Length	195.6 in	190.1 in	5.5 in
Width	75.2 in	70.6 in	4.6 in
Height	55.9 in	56.7 in	-0.8 in
Curb Weight	4475 lb.	3850 lb.	625 lb.
Fuel Capacity	19.8 gal.	17.5 gal.	2.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	36.9 in	38.9 in	-2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.2 in	56.6 in	0.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	53.4 in	-53.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.3 in	42.4 in	-1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	36.6 in	36.9 in	-0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.9 in	56.2 in	-0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	53.8 in	-53.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	37.0 in	36.2 in	0.8 in
Total Legroom	78.3 in (over 2 rows)	78.6 in (over 2 rows)	-0.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	24.5 ft³	12.5 ft³	12 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	56.0 ft³	12.5 ft³	43.5 ft³

2014 Audi A7 / S7 / RS7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Among luxury cars, Audis have my least favorite seats. They're less cushy and less coddling than the others. They're firm, and seem to want your body to adapt to them rather than the other way around. In the A7, seat adjustments are limited to the usual plus four-way lumbar. The seat's smallish bolsters are spaced fairly widely, and only frequenting all-you-can-eat buffets can bring them closer. This said, one day I drove the A7 for 600 miles and emerged without a hint of back soreness. So maybe the seats do know what's best for me. Perhaps they could teach a thing or two to the door-mounted arm rest. It's overly firm, and my left elbow did get sore. see full Audi A7 / S7 / RS7 review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Audi A7 / S7 / RS7.

2006 Cadillac CTS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Sedan 210-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Size of the car gives it lots of interior room compared to comparably priced cars in segment see full Cadillac CTS review
2006	4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed manual RWD	Front seats are roomy and well-fitted, very comfortable. see full Cadillac CTS review
2006	4dr Sedan 210-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD	FRONT SEATS, WIDE, HEATED.. ADJUSTABLE CONFORTABLE FOR 4 PEOPLES SMOOTH RIDE.... see full Cadillac CTS review
2005	4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed automatic RWD	It is enjoyable to sit in for long periods of time because the seat is so adjustable. The heated seats are incredibly hot for those cold days. see full Cadillac CTS review
2005	4dr Sedan 400-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD	Power bucket seats with Alcantara inserts and side bolsters are great in cornering at speed. Comfortable for all day drives. see full Cadillac CTS review

2006 Cadillac CTS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2006	4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Seats were horrible. Could not find a comfortable position plus the center console along with the key fob hanging from the ignition contacted my leg. My 06 Grand Prix was much more comfortable. see full Cadillac CTS review
2006	4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed manual RWD	Shorter wheelbase can lead to things being a little cramped in the rear. Also, no rear-seat vents for AC/heater! For shame, Cadillac... Audi figured this out long ago. see full Cadillac CTS review
2005	4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed automatic RWD	little leg room for adults see full Cadillac CTS review

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