1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2005 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 17 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 871 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 2005 Infiniti QX56 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 2005 Infiniti QX56. 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, 2005 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | Seville | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3140 mm |
