1997 Audi A6 vs. 1992 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 191 kg more than 1997 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 1992 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4915 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
