2008 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 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, 2008 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2000 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A8 | Seville |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1827 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |