1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 17 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 630 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer 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, 2009 Ford Explorer 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
