1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 100 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | Seville | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
