2001 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1994 Cadillac Seville.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 1994 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A8 | Seville |
Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |