2005 Audi S4 vs. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. (406 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1996 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S4 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
