1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2003 Ford Explorer is newer by 10 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Ford Explorer. (236 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 522 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2003 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Explorer. (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
