1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. (293 Nm). This means 1989 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Hyundai XG 350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Seville | XG 350 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
