1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2006 Renault Scenic 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 47 more horse power than 2006 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Renault Scenic. 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, 1990 Cadillac Seville (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |
