2006 Audi A3 vs. 1997 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 470 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. 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, 1997 Cadillac Seville (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1997 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A3 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
