1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 495 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seville | Viano |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
