2005 Audi S8 vs. 1994 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2005 Audi S8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S8 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1994 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2005 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 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, 2005 Audi S8 (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Cadillac Seville. (405 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 1994 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S8 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1725 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
