2008 Audi A3 vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 408 kg more than 2008 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2000 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A3 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
