1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 19 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) has 67 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 75 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Audi A5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5. 1994 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2013 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2013 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Seville | A5 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |