1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 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 S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Seville. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2011 Audi S4 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 S4 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 S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Seville. (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 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 S4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Seville | S4 |
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 | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2809 mm |