1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 306 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seville | E |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2970 mm |
