2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Cadillac Seville
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Cadillac Seville were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 464 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (420 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3. 2004 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A3 | Seville |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |