1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 23 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 989 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 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2559 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1946 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 119 L |