1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 14 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 512 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.

Because 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 2007 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Cadillac Seville 2007 Chevrolet Express
Make Cadillac Chevrolet
Model Seville Express
Year Released 1993 2007
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4915 cc 4802 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 197 HP 285 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 372 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1078 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 2080 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 117 L


 

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