2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Audi S3
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi S3 would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Audi S3. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 434 kg more than 2003 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi S3 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 Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi S3. 2004 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi S3 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.
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2004 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Audi S3 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Seville | S3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1423 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |