1998 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 125 kg more than 2011 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Eldorado | A4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |