2003 Audi A3 vs. 1992 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 2003 Audi A3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A3 (246 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Audi A3.
Because 2003 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A3 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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A3 | 1992 Cadillac Brougham | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A3 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3090 mm |
