1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 GMC Safari

To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 12 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (197 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 197 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Seville.

Because 2004 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Cadillac Seville 2004 GMC Safari
Make Cadillac GMC
Model Seville Safari
Year Released 1992 2004
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4915 cc 4294 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 197 HP 191 HP
Torque 372 Nm 339 Nm
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.2:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1596 kg 1793 kg
Vehicle Length 5320 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 102 L


 

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