1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 14 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Seville | Xterra |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4915 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |