2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1992 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 644 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 1992 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Q7 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4915 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
