2007 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 118 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. 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, 1998 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1998 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A4 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
