1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 595 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Cadillac | Smart |
Model | Seville | ForFour |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |