1999 Audi A3 vs. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, both 1999 Audi A3 and 1999 Cadillac Eldorado were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1999 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 565 kg more than 1999 Audi A3. 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, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A3. (144 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A3. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A3 | 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A3 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
