1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac DTS is newer by 12 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac DTS. (287 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac DTS.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac DTS. (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Cadillac DTS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Seville | DTS |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2940 mm |