2001 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 2000 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A8 | Seville |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4572 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 70 L |