1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 1998 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (198 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 34 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. (309 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Seville | 1998 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | Seville | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
