2000 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Seville. (271 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1999 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A8 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
