2005 Audi A6 vs. 1986 Cadillac Seville

To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Seville. 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6. 1986 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2005 Audi A6 1986 Cadillac Seville
Make Audi Cadillac
Model A6 Seville
Year Released 2005 1986
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 4127 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 187 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1710 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2750 mm