2006 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 264 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. 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, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2001 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A6 | Seville |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |