1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2004 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,505 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 910 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Seville | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 4505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |