2003 Audi A3 vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2003 Audi A3 is newer by 3 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (246 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A3 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2003 Audi A3 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, 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A3 | 2000 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A3 | Seville |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3188 cc | 4563 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |