2009 Audi TT vs. 1999 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 816 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT 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, 1999 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT. 1999 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2009 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1999 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | TT | Seville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
