1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 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 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 1988 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram. 1988 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Ram 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 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Seville | Ram |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 4080 mm |
