1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 19 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 829 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.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seville | GL |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
