1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Lexus LS
To start off, 2003 Lexus LS 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Lexus LS. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LS weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2003 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Lexus LS | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | Seville | LS |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 418 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2930 mm |