1998 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, both 1998 Audi A6 and 1998 Cadillac DeVille were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac DeVille. (271 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Cadillac DeVille. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1998 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
