1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Seville (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 592 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Seville | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 75 L |
