1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 980 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | GL |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 100 L |