1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 15 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (405 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Seville | A4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
