2007 Audi S4 vs. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. (406 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1996 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S4 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
