1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 206 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 206. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 590 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 206. 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Seville | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | Seville | 206 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |