2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3.
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 (407 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3. 2004 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2010 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.
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2004 Cadillac Seville | 2010 Audi A3 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Seville | A3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |