1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |