1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 16 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 807 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 2004 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Expedition |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 395 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |