1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 13 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 41 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 515 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. 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 (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Seville | Element |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4915 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |