1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Seville. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1997 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Seville. (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Seville | A6 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4933 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2842 mm |