1996 Audi RS2 vs. 1998 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Seville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi RS2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi RS2 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Seville. (271 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 153 kg more than 1996 Audi RS2.
Because 1996 Audi RS2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 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, 1996 Audi RS2 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Seville. 1998 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi RS2 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi RS2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi RS2 | 1998 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | RS2 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
