1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1080 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 F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac Seville. 1988 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2004 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3490 mm |
