2007 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 6 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 170 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (130 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 464 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, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A4 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
