1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 770 kg more than 1988 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac Seville | 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3310 mm |
