1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 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 6 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 292 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Ford Mustang 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 2004 Ford Mustang. 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) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Cadillac Seville 2004 Ford Mustang
Make Cadillac Ford
Model Seville Mustang
Year Released 1993 2004
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4915 cc 3802 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 197 HP 191 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 372 Nm 298 Nm
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.3:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1298 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 59 L


 

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