2004 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac DeVille (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 196 kg more than 2012 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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, 2004 Cadillac DeVille (407 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | DeVille | A4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 349 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |