1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 114 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 (393 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (301 Nm). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | E |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 301 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |