2012 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac DeVille (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 376 kg more than 2012 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, 2004 Cadillac DeVille (407 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A3 | 2004 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A3 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
